Finidi George’s future uncertain after three-hour meeting with sports minister to save Super Eagles job

Finidi George returned to the NPFL after a short spell with the Super Eagles. || X

Finidi George’s future uncertain after three-hour meeting with sports minister to save Super Eagles job

Ayoola Kelechi 20:35 - 13.06.2024

The Super Eagles manager's job is hanging by a thread after disappointing series of results

Nigeria national team manager Finidi George’s future hangs in the balance after the former Enyimba head coach was seen emerging from a meeting with the country’s Sports minister and other higher-ups in the NFF.

Finidi fighting for Super Eagles future

Head coach Finidi George has come under scrutiny after just two competitive games as manager of the Super Eagles and has forced to fight for his job as fans call for his head following two disappointing results.

Ibrahim Olawoyin looking to repay Finidi George and Nigeria against South Africa and Benin Republic.
Ibrahim Olawoyin looking to repay Finidi George and Nigeria against South Africa and Benin Republic.

Nigeria continued their woeful World Cup qualifying campaign after a draw against South Africa and a loss to Benin Republic left the Super Eagles with an outside chance of reaching the tournament in 2026 after only three points from their opening four games in Group C.

Finidi meets with NFF heads

Following the disappointing loss to Benin Republic, Finidi met with heads of the NFF and the sports minister of Nigeria as he clarified his future.

The meeting has set tongues wagging among Nigerian fans who have questioned Finidi’s future prospects after he appeared solemn following a reported three hour meeting with his bosses.

While some have asked for the manager to remain at the helm, others have called for Finidi to be relieved of his duty immediately after the disappointing World Cup qualifier matches.

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